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Afro Unicorn® Launches Magical Tresses Haircare Collection in Target Nationwide, Transforming the Beauty Landscape for Black and Brown Girls

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

Afro Unicorn initially debuted its haircare collection on Walmart's website in August 2023 before reaching its stores the following month and CVS locations in January 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Afro Unicorn initially debuted its haircare collection on Walmart's website in August 2023 before reaching its stores the following month and CVS locations in January 2024.
  • "With the launch of Magical Tresses at Target , we're spreading the joy and confidence that comes from embracing our diverse beauty and encouraging Black and Brown girls to love the crown on their heads.
  • Afro Unicorn Magical Tresses goes beyond haircare – it's a celebration of diverse hair textures with a mission to instill confidence in girls everywhere.
  • For more information about Afro Unicorn Magical Tresses, please visit www.afrounicornhaircare.com or follow @afrounicorn_hair or @gotaprilshowers on social media.

ROLLINS, INC. ANNOUNCES CHANGES TO ITS BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

ATLANTA, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rollins, Inc. (NYSE:ROL) ("Rollins" or the "Company"), a premier global consumer and commercial services company, today announced that Dale Jones has been nominated by the Board of Directors (the "Board") for election to the Board at the upcoming 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the "Annual Meeting").

Key Points: 
  • Mr. Jones is currently the CEO of MagnaVista Partners, which specializes in leadership development consulting with extensive global and domestic experience.
  • Mr. Nix joined the Rollins, Inc. Board in 2020 and has served as Lead Director since 2021.
  • Following the annual meeting, the Board will select a new Lead Director to replace Mr. Nix.
  • He brings a tremendous amount of governance and business expertise to Rollins, and I look forward to working with him," said Mr. Rollins.

Nextech3D.ai Lands $1.8 Million 3D Modeling Deal with NASDAQ 100 Technology Company

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

This deal provides significant revenue for the Company to be delivered in 2024, and showcases Nextech3D.ai's position as an industry leader for 3D modeling in the $6.3 trillion e-commerce market.

Key Points: 
  • This deal provides significant revenue for the Company to be delivered in 2024, and showcases Nextech3D.ai's position as an industry leader for 3D modeling in the $6.3 trillion e-commerce market.
  • He continued, "This $1.8 million deal is not just a testament to Nextech3D.ai's technological prowess but also to the rapidly growing importance of 3D modeling in e-commerce, and demonstrates the scalability and adaptability of Nextech3D.ai's technology.
  • With this groundbreaking AI-powered technology, the Company will enhance and quicken its internal 3D model creation workflow significantly.
  • This new AI-powered 3D model search engine provides 500% increase in 3D modeling productivity .

Kartoon Studios and Penguin Young Readers Launch New “Llama Llama” Merchandise Retail Promotional and Charitable Program at Kohl’s

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Monday, February 12, 2024

Beverly Hills, Calif., Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kartoon Studios, Inc. (NYSE American: TOON) evergreen brand “Llama Llama” partners with Penguin Young Readers and KOHL’s to launch new back-to-back nationwide retail promotions featuring book and plush products from the bestselling “Llama Llama” franchise, as part of the popular Kohl’s Cares program. Additionally, Kartoon Studios has added two new plush toy licensing partners to a growing roster, Spirit and YOTTOY, further building the brand’s U.S. merchandise program.

Key Points: 
  • Beverly Hills, Calif., Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kartoon Studios, Inc. (NYSE American: TOON) evergreen brand “Llama Llama” partners with Penguin Young Readers and KOHL’s to launch new back-to-back nationwide retail promotions featuring book and plush products from the bestselling “Llama Llama” franchise, as part of the popular Kohl’s Cares program.
  • Additionally, Kartoon Studios has added two new plush toy licensing partners to a growing roster, Spirit and YOTTOY, further building the brand’s U.S. merchandise program.
  • The second release in April will include another book from Penguin Young Readers, Llama Llama Red Pajama, and a plush doll from YOTTOY.
  • Prime Party’s “Llama Llama” party goods are available exclusively online, and the Toniebox from Tonies engages “Llama Llama” fans with enchanting and comforting audio storytelling.

Nextech3D.ai Reports $5 Million or +56% Growth in 2023 Revenue Unaudited Results

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

These preliminary unaudited results show strong annual revenue growth of +56% to $5 million compared to $3.2 million in 2022.

Key Points: 
  • These preliminary unaudited results show strong annual revenue growth of +56% to $5 million compared to $3.2 million in 2022.
  • Annual gross profit margin for 2024 is estimated at 30% which with the company's pivot to India in Q4, 2023 and improvements in its AI is projected to increase dramatically in 2024.
  • The Company is also projecting another 50% growth in new business leading to a projected 100%+ growth in 2024 revenue.
  • Nextech3D.ai has created a total of 70,000 3D models to date, and it is expected to surpass 250,000+ models by 2025.

Kohl’s Donates $1.5 Million to Hunger Task Force, Marking 15 Years of Feeding Milwaukee Families Together

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) announced today a $1.5 million commitment to Hunger Task Force over two years, continuing one of the company’s longest hometown partnerships.

Key Points: 
  • Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) announced today a $1.5 million commitment to Hunger Task Force over two years, continuing one of the company’s longest hometown partnerships.
  • As a leading anti-hunger organization in Wisconsin, Hunger Task Force provides food to a network of more than 60 partner food pantries, soup kitchens and homeless shelters across Milwaukee.
  • We are honored to support such an incredible organization and the work they are doing every day to eradicate hunger."
  • Since 2009, Kohl’s has committed more than $11.5 million to help further Hunger Task Force’s mission of providing nutritious food to children, families and seniors free of charge.

4Front Furthers Expansion Strategy in Illinois

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Monday, February 5, 2024

(CSE: FFNT) (OTCQX: FFNTF) ("4Front" or the "Company"), a vertically integrated, multi-state cannabis operator and retailer,  is proud to announce it has reached two key milestones in its growth strategy.

Key Points: 
  • (CSE: FFNT) (OTCQX: FFNTF) ("4Front" or the "Company"), a vertically integrated, multi-state cannabis operator and retailer,  is proud to announce it has reached two key milestones in its growth strategy.
  • Firstly, the Company has successfully activated electrical power at its 250,000 square foot flagship facility in Matteson, Illinois ("Matteson Facility"), marking a major step in its expansion within the state's burgeoning cannabis market.
  • Secondly, 4Front is on track to further strengthen its retail presence in Illinois with the anticipated opening of its third in-state dispensary in Norridge by the end of the quarter.
  • "Our Matteson facility vastly expands our operational capabilities in Illinois, which will cement 4Front as a leading cultivator and manufacturer within the state," stated Andrew Thut, Chief Executive Officer of 4Front.

Nextech3D.ai Signs New 3D Modeling Contract with Enterprise Giant Global Industrial Company

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

The deal with Global Industrial Company not only underscores Nextech3D.ai's growing influence in the 3D modeling arena but also highlights the demand for 3D models in new industrial sectors.

Key Points: 
  • The deal with Global Industrial Company not only underscores Nextech3D.ai's growing influence in the 3D modeling arena but also highlights the demand for 3D models in new industrial sectors.
  • Nextech3D.ai will leverage its advanced AI technologies to produce high-quality, 4K resolution 3D models for Global Industrial.
  • Due to a strong ROI on 3D models, the Company has been seeing a global growing demand for immersive and interactive 3D models.
  • The Company recently reported a 500% increase in 3D modeling productivity with the AI-powered 3D model search engine.

Kirkland's Home Promotes Amy Sullivan to CEO

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Friday, January 19, 2024

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kirkland's, Inc. (Nasdaq: KIRK) ("Kirkland's Home" or the "Company"), a specialty retailer of home décor and furnishings, has promoted Amy Sullivan to Chief Executive Officer ("CEO"), effective February 4, 2024, and she will also join the Company's board of directors. She succeeds interim CEO Ann Joyce, who will remain on the Company's board of directors. Sullivan, who has been with the Company for more than a decade, was promoted to President and Chief Operating Officer in the spring of 2023. As a member of the executive team, she has helped lead the organization through significant strategic repositioning initiatives, including refocusing marketing efforts and aligning product assortments to drive customer demand. Prior to Kirkland's Home, she held senior-level positions for Express, Lands' End, Kohl's and JCPenney.

Key Points: 
  • She succeeds interim CEO Ann Joyce, who will remain on the Company's board of directors.
  • Sullivan, who has been with the Company for more than a decade, was promoted to President and Chief Operating Officer in the spring of 2023.
  • "Since transitioning to an executive leadership role, Amy has been integral to the execution of our repositioning strategy and we believe, as CEO, she is poised to return Kirkland's Home to profitable growth over the long-term.
  • I look forward to leading the Company through this next chapter and unlocking the long-term growth potential we see for Kirkland's Home."

Returns Pose a Significant Challenge for U.S. Retailers, According to Recent Blue Yonder Survey

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Monday, January 15, 2024

“These findings indicate that while retailers have tightened their policies, consumer returns are still increasing,” said Shannon Wu-Lebron, corporate vice president, Retail Industry Strategy, Blue Yonder.

Key Points: 
  • “These findings indicate that while retailers have tightened their policies, consumer returns are still increasing,” said Shannon Wu-Lebron, corporate vice president, Retail Industry Strategy, Blue Yonder.
  • “This proves that putting the onus on consumers is not necessarily the solution to control returns.
  • Blue Yonder’s solutions – through its recent acquisition of Doddle – offer companies seamless alternatives to reduce costs and inventory waste.
  • To learn more about how Blue Yonder makes the first and last mile more seamless, visit blueyonder.com